Running Costume Tutorials & Tips

byLaura BowersonSeptember 7, 2018

I’ve worn many, MANY running costumes over the past years … some complicated, some a piece of cake! So if you’re looking for some inspiration and tips, I’m starting a series of costume tutorials. Here’s hoping I get to wear many more and add to the collection!

Costume Tutorials

How to Make Minnie Ears

A big part of many of our running costumes are coordinating Minnie ears! Buying them from Etsy or Disney can be expensive so I make my own from sparkle craft foam. To learn how to make some, go to this blog post or watch this video!

DIY No-Sew Medal Holders

This doesn’t exactly qualify under costumes, but in case you’re also interested in making a no-sew, inexpensive medal holder out of fleece, here’s my video tutorial!

Running Costume Tip Posts and Videos

Welcome to Joyful Miles! We’re Jackey and Laura, two runners and BibRave Pros who became great friends through runDisney events and share the belief that life’s too short to hide your crazy. Here’s where we chat about running, fitness, runDisney, healthy living, and enjoying life one mile at a time!

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And oh Lawd, these OOriginal Sport Sandals, I’m in love!!! I’ve always worn OOlala but wow, these might be a new fav. 💗 Link: www.oofos.com/collections/ribbonshttps://www.instagram.com/p/B0lw-WnnWtb/?igshid=13j2g510pqahz

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p.s. I love this quote from Anne Lamott, who wrote one of my FAVORITE books for writers, Bird by Bird. If you’re an artist, be sure to check it out! ❤️ #ig2twhttps://www.instagram.com/p/B0WQm2znIGv/?igshid=a6g5u7v8nhyp